Cairo Free Walking Tour: City of The Dead

From the earliest times, Egyptians have been deeply concerned with death and the afterlife, a preoccupation that gave rise to a long and continuous tradition of funerary architecture. This tradition began in Pharaonic Egypt and continued through the Greco-Roman and Coptic periods. Islamic Egypt was no exception; despite the well-known reluctance of the Arab conquerors toward the cult of the dead and its physical setting in cemeteries, the necropolises of Cairo remained active.

Living Crafts in the City of the Dead. This special tour invites you to explore the living craft traditions surrounding the magnificent complex of Sultan Qaitbey. You will discover workshops and meet craftspeople who continue to practice traditional arts such as glassmaking, metalwork, woodworking, pottery, textiles, and illuminated manuscripts.

The experience also includes an introduction to local Egyptian food, the opportunity to purchase locally made souvenirs, and time to take memorable photographs of this unique setting. Throughout the visit, guests can enjoy a sense of calm, safety, and a peaceful and deeply rewarding exploration of one of Cairo’s most remarkable historic landscapes.